Document the damage right away and contact your insurance company before touching anything. Then call us at Coastal Windows & Exteriors so we can help you assess the damage and get a quote for roof replacement.
Document the damage right away and contact your insurance company before touching anything. Then call us at Coastal Windows & Exteriors so we can help you assess the damage and get a quote for roof replacement.
Start with photos before calling anyone. Your insurer needs visual proof of the damage. A quick walkthrough with your phone protects your claim from the start.
What New England Homeowners Need to Know After a Storm:
- Document first: Photograph every area of visible damage before any cleanup begins. Contact your insurer immediately as delays can complicate claims.
- Stop the bleeding: Emergency tarping averages about $450. That’s money well spent compared to letting water work deeper into your home.
- Emergency costs: An emergency leak repair can cost nearly $1,800. That’s often up to twice the cost of planned, non-emergency roof work.
- Age matters: Roofs more than 20 years old with storm damage deserve a full professional inspection. Replacement may be more practical than repeated repairs.
- Schedule inspections regularly: Roofing experts recommend inspecting your roof at least twice a year — spring and fall are ideal. Post-storm is always a good time to add one.
- Get a professional eye: Coastal offers complimentary storm damage assessments. Ask about scheduling yours when you request your free estimate.
How Storm Damage Scenarios Compare:
| Situation | Urgency | Recommended Action | Estimated Cost |
| Active leak after storm | Immediate | Emergency tarp + assessment | ~$450 for tarping |
| Visible shingle damage | Within days | Professional inspection | Free assessment |
| Roof 20+ years old | High priority | Full replacement evaluation | Free assessment |
| Suspected hidden damage | Moderate | Spring roofing inspection | Free assessment |
Protecting Your Home — Where to Start:
Top Recommendation: Schedule a professional storm damage assessment immediately after any significant weather event. Catching problems early avoids emergency repair premiums.
Best for Immediate Protection: Emergency tarping to prevent further water intrusion while you arrange a full inspection and insurance review.
Ideal for Older Roofs: A complete spring roofing inspection for homes with roofs 20+ years old — pair it with your insurance claim process for full documentation.
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Last Updated: May 2026
Sources:
- Emergency roof tarping costs an average of about $450 to protect a home after storm damage. Angi How to Handle Emergency Roof Repair Angi’s guidance on emergency roof repair options and associated costs for homeowners. (2026)
- An emergency roof leak repair can cost nearly $1,800 — often up to twice the cost of planned, non-emergency roof work. This Old House Emergency Roof Leak Repair This Old House’s breakdown of emergency roof leak repair costs and what homeowners can expect to pay. (2025)
- Roofing professionals recommend inspecting your roof at least twice a year, ideally in the spring and fall. GAF Residential Roofing FAQs GAF’s official guidance on roof inspection frequency and maintenance best practices for homeowners. (2025)
- Roofs more than 20 years old with extensive damage or recurring issues warrant a professional consultation about replacement. GAF Residential Roofing FAQs GAF’s recommendations on when homeowners should consider roof replacement over continued repair. (2025)
